Gauhati University, Assam’s premier institution of higher education, has announced the launch of a unique Gauhati University Initiative for Competitive Examinations (GUICE), a path-breaking programme aimed at equipping students to excel in various prestigious competitive exams, including Union Civil Services, Assam Civil Services, SSC-CGL, Banking, LIC-AAO, GIC-AM, CAPF, NET, JRF, and GATE, among others. The duration of the course is one year, and the last day for registration is December 20, 2024.
The initiative is in keeping with Gauhati University’s commitment to empowering the youth of Assam and the Northeast region with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in highly competitive fields. GUICE will provide a robust platform for academic preparation, mentorship, and skill-building.
Prof Mahanta said that there are 60 seats for the GU Professional Course for UPSC/APSC and 100 seats for the GU Foundation Course for competitive exams. The last date for registration is December 20, 2024. A limited number of merit-cum-means scholarships and accommodation facilities are available for students who enrol for the GU Professional Course for UPSC/APSC Civil Services Examinations. The fee for the course is Rs 35,000, payable in two installments.
He further added that there is no provision for scholarships for students who opt for the GU Foundation Course for Competitive Examinations, but preference will be given to GU students pursuing regular UG, PG, and PhD courses. Accommodation is available for a limited number of candidates. The fee is Rs 20,000, payable in three instalments.
Prof Mahanta also stated that SC, ST, and non-creamy layer OBC candidates would be enrolled in both courses as per the quota norm. The Vice-Chancellor said: “GUICE offers students a comprehensive curriculum delivered by experienced faculty and subject matter experts. The initiative also includes regular mock tests, workshops, career counselling, and access to an extensive repository of resources. Special focus will be placed on guiding students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to ensure inclusivity and equal opportunity.”
Gauhati University’s vision is to perform a transformative role for the region and its people, foster a spirit of enquiry, articulate global human, social and scientific concerns from its strong base in the region, set ethical standards in thinking and practice and enable the making of responsible citizens and compassionate and sensitive human beings. The University has been serving as the think tank for the development of the entire Assamese Society throughout the history of the University. It represents the academic and cultural background of the region, on which the other academic institutions of Northeast India started their journey. Being the pioneer educational institute, it extends its hand-holding support to all subsequent regional academic institutions.
